Kyle Suggs
Blackshear
Summary
Meticulous perfectionist with nearly 10 years of experience at GATX Rail, excelling in surface preparation and coating application. Proven ability to adapt and learn new skills, job roles and responsibilities throughout multiple departments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Interior Coating Applicator
GATX Rail
Waycross, GA
01.2024 - Current
- Prepared surfaces by cleaning and sanding, promoting optimal adhesion of coatings.
- Operated spray equipment to apply protective coatings on railcars, ensuring uniform coverage and adherence to safety standards
- Maintained inventory of coating materials and supplies, facilitating timely access for production needs.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules.
- Improved overall product durability with thorough understanding of proper surface preparation techniques for each specific coating type applied.
- Assisted in training new hires on best practices related to surface preparation, equipment handling, and coating processes to ensure quality results from day one on the job.
- Read work orders and inspect coatings to determine work procedures and materials required.
- Conducted quality inspections of finished coatings, identifying defects and ensuring compliance with specifications.
Rail Car Repair/welder
GATX Rail
Waycross, GA
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Operated welding equipment to repair and maintain railcars, ensuring structural integrity.
- Executed high-quality welds using MIG and SGAW techniques, meeting quality and procedure standards.
Interior Blast Operator
GATX Rail
Waycross, GA
10.2017 - 10.2023
- Maintained clean and organized work area, setting standard for workplace tidiness and efficiency.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and procedures for safety and quality.
- Meticulously followed specifications and procedures to achieve adequate blast profile
- Remove all blast media, dust and debris from rail car
Backup Switchman
GATX Rail
Waycross, GA
12.2017 - 01.2020
- Assisted in rail switch operation and switching strategies to safely move rail cars to and from each department
- Assisted in locomotive operation
Automotive Technician
Jotem Down
Blackshear, GA
06.2011 - 10.2017
- Diagnosed and repaired automotive systems including engines, transmissions, and electrical components.
- Conducted routine maintenance services such as oil changes, tire rotations, and brake inspections.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to identify issues and effectively communicate solutions to clients.
- Assisted in training new technicians on safety protocols and best practices for repairs.
Education
Automotive Technology
Coastal Pines Technical College
Waycross, GA05.2014
High School Diploma -
Pierce County High School
Blackshear, GA05.2012
Skills
- Surface preparation
- Batch mixing
- Coating application
- Quality inspection
- Waste disposal
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Adaptability
Timeline
Interior Coating Applicator
GATX Rail
01.2024 - Current
Rail Car Repair/welder
GATX Rail
10.2023 - 01.2024
Backup Switchman
GATX Rail
12.2017 - 01.2020
Interior Blast Operator
GATX Rail
10.2017 - 10.2023
Automotive Technician
Jotem Down
06.2011 - 10.2017
Automotive Technology
Coastal Pines Technical College
High School Diploma -
Pierce County High School